KITCHEN ASSISTANT / COOK

SKCOOKKS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary establishment in Toronto is seeking a skilled Chef to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing food preparation, creating innovative menu items, and leading kitchen staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Applicants should have a passion for culinary arts, experience in a leadership role, and food safety certification. This position offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time working hours, and competitive pay.

Benefits

Discounted or free food

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a culinary leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of food service operations, including restaurant management.
• Excellent hospitality and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in kitchen operations and techniques.
• Ability to lead and mentor kitchen staff effectively.
• In-depth understanding of food safety practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation.
• Create innovative and high-quality menu items.
• Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
• Manage inventory and control food costs.
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Leadership

Food service

Restaurant management

Hospitality

Kitchen operations

Supervising

Food safety standards

Restaurant industry knowledge

Culinary creativity

Job description

Overview

NIGERIAN / AFRICAN CHEFS

We are seeking a skilled and creative Chef to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary arts and the ability to lead a kitchen team in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

Duties

• Oversee all aspects of food preparation and presentation
• Create innovative and high-quality menu items
• Train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and regulations
• Manage inventory and control food costs
• Collaborate with management to develop seasonal menus
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a culinary leadership role
• Strong knowledge of food service operations, including restaurant management
• Excellent hospitality and customer service skills
• Proficiency in kitchen operations and techniques
• Ability to lead and mentor kitchen staff effectively
• In-depth understanding of food safety practices and regulations

Skills

• Leadership
• Food service
• Restaurant management
• Hospitality
• Kitchen operations
• Supervising
• Food safety standards
• Restaurant industry knowledge
• Culinary creativity

If you are a talented Chef with a passion for creating exceptional dishes and leading a team to success, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Shift Profile / Time

• 9:30am - 5:00pm (morning shift)
• 5:00pm - 12:30am (Evening shift)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• Discounted or free food

Experience

• Cooking: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Food Handler Certification (required)

Work Location: In person